FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
About The Lightsview Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Lightsview Small Business Loans
Lightsview unsecured loans offers amounts between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional business loan?
You can apply to your Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes via the internet or over the phone, receive an answer within the same day and the money could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional business loans reference an annual interest rate plus other fees and charges. Our company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you’ll be aware of the amount you will have to pay, including the interest, fees and charges. Then, it is broken down into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every business purpose including cash flow management, company renovations, marketing for purchasing inventory or new equipment, or as general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Concerning Larger Lightsview Business Loans
What is the Larger Lightsview Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business growth opportunities. Loans range from $100,000 to $500,000 with a term fixed for up to 36 months. Repayments are either weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How’s the Origination Fee determined?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is calculated at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I get the Larger Business Loan?
In order to be eligible for a loan that is this large, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700,000. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) over 18 years and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able of proving at minimum 12 months of business.
What can the funds be used for?
A Larger Business Loan can be used for almost all company purpose including company renovations, to purchase new equipment or inventory, as general working capital, and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that requires security?
Asset security is necessary for funding of more than $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge on assets and can be registered with the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal guarantee is a promise to repay credit that is general in nature rather than specifying security over an asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the business borrower is unable to make the repayment.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online central register that is operated by the New Zealand Government. It records security interests that have been that are registered for personal property (including goods or assets). The PPSR allows prioritisation over property that is personal to be assigned according to the date a security interest has been registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal form of document to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What is a pre-approval that does not require Credit Check?
If you’re applying for larger business loans of $250K or more it’s possible to offer an initial pre-approval that will help ease the process. We may be able to make this decision without a credit check and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial evaluation that involves you answering some financial health questions. It’s in no way an offer, nor is it a guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an assessment of your creditworthiness and any offer you might receive could have different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You may apply for an business loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are over 18 years, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- must show at least six months of trading (for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or three years of trade (for the Larger Business Loan $100K up to $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and easy. Just fill out the online application in few minutes and a dedicated company lending specialist will call you to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll need ID details (valid Driver’s Licence) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD as well as at least six months of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K to $250K: Application requirements, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Details for application including credit consent twelve months of bank records, IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim current financial year financials including Aged Payables, Aged Receivables Summary.
What speed will I be able to get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer a response in one hour if you submit your request during quality business time and let us make use of the advanced bank verification system link to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements , we are able to offer an answer in just one business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval within 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take between 2 and 3 days for the final approval, however this could be shorter based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in the space of 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during standard company hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements , it can take a bit longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) We can usually provide an answer within an hour, provided you apply within standard business hours and permit us to make use of the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to submit copies of your bank statements, we will be able to provide the decision in just one business day.
If you are applying for Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we might be in a position to provide you with a conditional pre-approval within about six hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based upon the circumstances for each application. Certain deals have been approved within less than 24 hours.
The most efficient method would be to make sure you apply during normal business hours. Also, permit us to use the advanced bank verification system to verify your bank information online. If you opt to upload the copies of bank statement, it takes a bit longer.
How much can I borrow?
We provide loans ranging from $5,000 and $500,000. If you apply for a certain amount, we will consider a number of elements in order to assess how much we can lend you health of your business as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The total amount of your loan will depend on the specific circumstances for your business.
When you apply for a certain amount, we look at a range of factors to determine the well-being for your company and the extent of repayments your company is able to afford. The total amount of the loan will be determined by the specifics that are unique to your business.
Fees & repayments
How much should you charge for an business loan?
When you apply for business loans with us business credit, we will assess the risk assessment that you have for your business and provide you with a customised offer including the amount of loan, the term and the interest rates. This company loan is an upfront priced loan which means you know the exact amount to be paid, including any charges or interest.
What is the factor that determines the price I will be charged?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, what company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the business is in, how long the business has been running for, whether the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the charges?
There aren’t any hidden charges for our business loans. You’ll be aware of the amount it is that you need to pay, and at what time, from day one. There’s no compounding interest and no extra fees (as as long as you pay your payments punctually).
We do not charge an Application Fee. You can apply for a loan with without any upfront costs or obligation to proceed.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this fee if you decide to take the loan. The Origination Fee for us is 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Can I pay out the loan early?
You can decide to repay the entire amount of the loan at any point in time.
If you decide to do this please talk to one of our helpful business loan specialists. They’ll provide you with details on repayment and an early payout figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal balance and accrued interest to the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal balance and any fees that remain unpaid.
What is the process for repayments?
To ensure that you don’t miss due dates and also to be in line your cash flow schedule, we offer repayments that are either daily or weekly. These are automatically deducted from your business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be protected?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and secure your information, is of paramount importance and is an essential element of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your personal, sensitive and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our commitment to security for our clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to instantly confirm your bank account information online so we can provide quick responses.
About business loans
What is asset-based borrowing (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when a company owner borrows from an asset they own to get the loan. The asset can be either an individual asset, such as the family home or a company asset like a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of lenders, not just the major banks, prefer to guarantee loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan then your assets could be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s a way of securing additional financing taking advantage of the value of what you already have.
Should I need security to get an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you are able to access the money However, we do require the personal guarantee. As long as you follow the loan terms (as stated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. If you take out loans in excess of $150,000 generally, you can get personal ensure and security in the form of an asset charge.